Bachelor of Architectural Studies (Honours)

About the course

The Bachelor of Architectural Studies (Honours) at UNSW is a one-year honours program that builds advanced architectural thinking through design-led and research-informed study. You’ll refine critical, technical and communication skills while developing a focused honours project under academic guidance. The degree strengthens your capability for further study or professional practice in the built environment as an undergraduate honours qualification in architecture. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.

Career outcome

Graduates are equipped for professional entry roles in Architecture & Building and further postgraduate study. Graduates enter graduate engineer, project support, and design engineer roles. Preparing graduates for graduate engineer, project support, and technical design roles across engineering sectors.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)